Does battery really have to stay in camera for charging? I loved the Nikon P100 when I saw it in person, and I've seen the specs. But I read recently that the battery has to be charged inside the camera, and that you can't switch to a different battery. That just doesn't make sense to me, and would be a deal-breaker. Please let me know your experience. Thanks! Does battery really have to stay in camera for charging? I loved the Nikon P100 when I saw it in person, and I've seen the specs. But I read recently that the battery has to be charged inside... » Read More Does battery really have to stay in camera for charging? I loved the Nikon P100 when I saw it in person, and I've seen the specs. But I read recently that the battery has to be charged inside the camera, and that you can't switch to a different battery. That just doesn't make sense to me, and would be a deal-breaker. Please let me know your experience. Thanks! « Show Less
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you can charge the battery inside the camera - that's the only way you can charge it out of the box. However, you can purchase a separate charger. I just ordered a Lenmar charger and Lenmar batteries that are compatible with the Nikon P100. waiting for them to come in.
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I charged it up just fine. It is a lighter weight than the Nikon battery. I have not used it long enough to see how long a charge lasts versus the Nikon battery. Hope this helps.
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I have two Nikon batteries and keep a fresh one with me all the time. I purchased the Nikon D80 from Amazon as well as the spare battery and have had them for about 5 or 6 years without any problems. We, my wife and I take pictures oround the southeast and take pictures of wildlife almost every day. Will the battery last a lifetime? I don't know if it will last as long as we live but both batteries are still working just fine after being used almost daily for approx. 6 years. Hope this will be of some help......Rich
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For me these batteries were working exactly same way as a native Sony battery did: showing % of charge, etc. I never been trying to charge it in camera since I had always two extra batteries outside camera body, so it was easier to use a charger.
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Yes, this is a Nikon battery. There are less expensive "non-Nikon" ones out there that are very high rated, but I paid extra just to get the Nikon brand. The one con that kept coming up with the other brands was that the battery didn't stay charged as long. People were saying that if you fully charged the other brands and just let the batter set there outside the camera, it would loose most of it's charge in a day or two.
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No, it comes with one of those little 'cartridge' batteries that is rechargeable. On this model, you just plug the whole camera into the wall with a cord that comes with it. It's really easy and you don't have to mess with the battery plugging in and out. My husband has another model where he uses AA batteries and the cover wouldn't stay shut so he duct-taped it shut. Not too cool. My larger Nikon has to have the battery removed and charged in it's own little charger so this camera charging is way nicer in my opinion. Hope that helps!
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I have had no problems with this battery. I shoot sports pictures. I typically take 200 to 300 at a time. This battery and the one that came with the camera have both preformed flawlessly. I have one in the camera and one fully charged in the bag. When I get home and edit the pictures before posting I also swap the batteries and recharge the battery I just removed from the camera. I have zero experience with using my SLR camera for video. Probably 400 pictures would be okay from my experience. If this is a replacement, and you typically take 400 - 800 in a one day shoot, Then your level of use is enough to warrant buying two batteries and feeling secure. Good Luck. I have had no problems with this battery. I shoot sports pictures. I typically take 200 to 300 at a time. This battery and the one that came with the camera have both preformed flawlessly. I have one in the camera and one fully charged in the bag. When I get home and edit the pictures before posting I also swap the batteries and recharge the battery I just removed from the camera. I have zero experience with using my SLR camera for video. Probably 400 pictures would be okay from my experience. If this is a replacement, and you typically take 400 - 800 in a one day shoot, Then your level of... » Read More I have had no problems with this battery. I shoot sports pictures. I typically take 200 to 300 at a time. This battery and the one that came with the camera have both preformed flawlessly. I have one in the camera and one fully charged in the bag. When I get home and edit the pictures before posting I also swap the batteries and recharge the battery I just removed from the camera. I have zero experience with using my SLR camera for video. Probably 400 pictures would be okay from my experience. If this is a replacement, and you typically take 400 - 800 in a one day shoot, Then your level of use is enough to warrant buying two batteries and feeling secure. Good Luck. « Show Less
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I had a similar problem (battery wouldn't hold a charge). I purchased another replacement from Amazon and still the same problem. I sent the camera to the Nikon repair facility in Long Island NY and they sent it back in the same condition with the note that I used a non-Nikon battery. I played that game and ordered a Nikon battery, charged it up and, you guessed it, same problem. Sent it back to Nikon with the Nikon battery and got it back with the same condition. My assessment? That repair facility is staffed by idiots who are unsupervised and I purchased a Sony camera to replace the Nikon. End of story.
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How long do the batteries last? I love my Lithium rechargables on my Kodak becasue I have NEVER ran out of batteries. My mother has also purchased digital cameras that use 4 AAs and is also having to recharge them. It drives me crazy!!!!!!!!! Do you generally carry around extra batteries? I guess I also leave my camera plugged in, so it is always fully charged and ready to go. I would like to try and Olympus but the 4 AA batteries is really holding me back!Please help!
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I do not know yet because I dont use it that often. However, you should follow the manufacture's instruction as always charge the camera to full charge for the FIRST time when you open it out of the box. Do not use it right away when the battery is not in full charge for the first time; I think it is not good for your battery. And always REMEMBER to charge it when not in use and I am sure that your camera will always have plenty of power. Most often people have a habit of not charging their device after extensively and abusely usage and this habit actually KILL the battery very quick. Make it a shorter life. I do not know yet because I dont use it that often. However, you should follow the manufacture's instruction as always charge the camera to full charge for the FIRST time when you open it out of the box. Do not use it right away when the battery is not in full charge for the first time; I think it is not good for your battery. And always REMEMBER to charge it when not in use and I am sure that your camera will always have plenty of power. Most often people have a habit of not charging their device after extensively and abusely usage and this habit actually KILL the battery very quick. Make... » Read More I do not know yet because I dont use it that often. However, you should follow the manufacture's instruction as always charge the camera to full charge for the FIRST time when you open it out of the box. Do not use it right away when the battery is not in full charge for the first time; I think it is not good for your battery. And always REMEMBER to charge it when not in use and I am sure that your camera will always have plenty of power. Most often people have a habit of not charging their device after extensively and abusely usage and this habit actually KILL the battery very quick. Make it a shorter life. « Show Less
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Having purchased this battery, I reviewed it based on the fact that when I used it in my camera, occasionally during the shoot, the camera simply wouldn't fire. I'd then turn the camera off and then back on, shoot a few more frames, then same thing. I've since acquired another Canon brand battery, and retired this one to use as a "backup backup backup." After all, you never know, and if you truly run out all of your batteries and still need to shoot, having an unreliable battery is still better than having no battery at all. How long does the battery last? Can't say. . . got too frustrated with its unreliability to keep using it until it died. Sorry. Having purchased this battery, I reviewed it based on the fact that when I used it in my camera, occasionally during the shoot, the camera simply wouldn't fire. I'd then turn the camera off and then back on, shoot a few more frames, then same thing. I've since acquired another Canon brand battery, and retired this one to use as a "backup backup backup." After all, you never know, and if you truly run out all of your batteries and still need to shoot, having an unreliable battery is still better than having no battery at all. How long does the battery last? Can't say. . . got too... » Read More Having purchased this battery, I reviewed it based on the fact that when I used it in my camera, occasionally during the shoot, the camera simply wouldn't fire. I'd then turn the camera off and then back on, shoot a few more frames, then same thing. I've since acquired another Canon brand battery, and retired this one to use as a "backup backup backup." After all, you never know, and if you truly run out all of your batteries and still need to shoot, having an unreliable battery is still better than having no battery at all. How long does the battery last? Can't say. . . got too frustrated with its unreliability to keep using it until it died. Sorry. « Show Less
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Battery is charged inside the camera. Battery cannot be charged out side of the camera.
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You charge the battery while it is still in the camera. You will have to buy a separate wall charger if you want to charge the battery without it being in the camera.
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You're going to pass up on a great camera because you can't find a cheap replacement battery?? The camera already has decent battery life so if you just keep it charged you won't need to buy an extra battery. If you need an extra battery cuz you're taking a long trip and you won't have access to electricity then spend the extra $20. You'll have the battery for life and you'll have a great camera to boot.
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Nikon says that it takes 1 hour and 50 minutes to charge a fully exhausted battery. Now for how long that will last will vary. Using the flash, not using flash, shooting video and so on. I never been to Europe, so I have no idea if the plugs are the same as here in the U.S. but I think that's something you want to find out. I would suggest you get one of those portable charge stations to keep with you when you need. You won't have the luxury of a spare battery with this model. When the battery goes down, you will have to stop shooting and charge the camera. Overall, I think it is a great camera. You will have to pay attention to the "Scene Mode" tho. Setting the scene to match what you are shooting controls the shutter speed. If the scene you are shooting is different than the one you have set the camera for, your pictures will be out of focus. I had to send tech support an email and they explained that to me. I love the camera and the various functions. I suggest you play with it for a while and you will learn to love it too.
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I have had no issue with my Progo EN-EL14 to date. The only thing I've noticed is that it doesn't appear to hold a charge as long as the Nikon battery. I always keep one in the camera and one in the case fully charged. So far, I've not had either discharge while idle.
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Adilah, I've never had to worry about the purchase of an extra battery, I just make sure to charge my camera once the battery indicator shows "low battery". Also, if you remove your battery from the camera, you'll be able to see the type of battery required if in the event you do choose to purchase a secondary battery.